Best Cubs Ever Produced?

[BanditCub]

782, I went into the CC looking for a 782.

[clint]

We have a 317 and a 318 there is not that much difference other than power steering and yes I really like the power steering. The 317 has way more options when purchasing implements I myself don't care for the onan engine in the 318 the 317 many came with series 1 engine which gave the 317 the name it has even today. I have a 317 with a series II engine (from a cc 782 lol). Between the both of the ones I have I had rather have the 317 if it had power steering, I just wanted to give a little more info on them.

As far the cub cadet I do like the 782 all around best just like the 317 if it only had power steering. Cyclops are nice also minus plastic. of the cubs I have to get on one and cut grass the 1541 has the most power, leaves a nice cut yard and no having to make engine noise with mouth or between rear end and seat

[inspectorudy]

I've only had one CC and it is an 1811 which I have really enjoyed. However I have owned a bunch of JD's and the 318 is a great little tractor but I would claim the 332 to my favorite. With the Yanmar three cyl diesel and PS as well as dual hydraulics it was/is just right for so many jobs. The accessories for it are numerous and easy to work with. I have had a 317, 318, 332, 445, 455 and my latest a 1974 JD 110. I enjoyed PS so much that I added it to my 1811. It changed the little tractor completely. I know that sounds like an overstatement but it is the truth. JD was way ahead of anyone at that time with creature comforts. I liked the 317 but it was a pig if it was not going forward when making a turn. One thing that CC did that JD didn't was making the hydraulic valve accessible. The CC is so much easier to work on than the JD. They are both great machine lines and there will never be anything like them made for an affordable price again.

[jimbob200521]

If I had to pick, I'd say it'd be, without a doubt, a 982 w/PTO, 3 point, dual brakes, dual hydraulics, and power steering. That is my holy grail; a red Super. A guys gotta dream, right?

Then again this is almost as much personal preference as it is what's actually the "best". I love subjective subjects

Edit: As long as I'm stating "dream" machines, I'd like to add a set of Ag's to that list along with a set of filled turfs and chains. And hmm...attachments you say? I'll throw in a 54" power angle blade, rear box scraper, tiller, 60" deck, 48" blower, generator, plow, and a cab for the winter time. I think that'll about do it

[Frank1541]

I am partial to the 1864. I really like the cyclops looks. Mechanically it is the last of the old style cubs. I can imagine the engineers looking to strengthen something and saying,"just weld some more steal on it, that will take care of it".

The power steering is great and you can put almost any attachment from the Quiteline on up on it. I would like steering brakes or a locking differential on them.

I would like to get a Super some day but I hear they have a much larger turning radius, a problem for me since I cut a lot of grass with a lot of trees etc.

I did own a 782 with a series II engine for a while. That was a nice tractor as well.

[ccguy]

Interesting that it's harder for CC owners to rank CC models...

Having only owned a 1440, it's impossible to compare with other CC's. I do know that I would never sell it and it's by far the best built piece of equipment that I've ever owned. I appreciate the sheer simplicity of it, it's over engineered and made to really last...plus the reliable Vanguard. The plastic is an issue though.

Problem is that as a sensible person, I don't need another one, don't have room for another one but I keep wanting another one. Don't know why. Makes no sense.

ccguy
1994-1440
Western MA

[otcp71]

Having owned 2 1450's a 680 and now a 2072, my choice would be the 2072 for it's legroom.I am 6' and the 1450 got very cramped after awhile.
I don't think there will ever be 1 Cadet that everyone agrees is the best,it's more a matter of opinion.

[TheSaturnV]

I've got an 882 diesel, Cub 147 and a Sears Suburban. There's things I like and dislike about all 3.

[clint]

If cc made used the same type of plastic on the cyclops as jd used on 317/318 I think cyclops would be ranked at the top by more people. The plastic is the biggest drawback to the cyclops other than that the aluminum axle housing was another big hit.... jd also used aluminum housing on 317/318.

[cubby]

I was unaware that ih made a smoker,thought only owners made them.